Location: Australian Capital Territory or New South Wales (Onsite/Hybrid opportunities available)
Type: Permanent
Summary
SovereignSourced connects businesses with top talent and smart solutions to help them grow and succeed. We’re proud to partner with AQMN Legal, a specialist Defence law firm dedicated to empowering companies within the Defence sector.
Together, we’re hiring a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer with government procurement experience.
About the Role
We are seeking forward-thinking a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer with demonstrated government procurement experience who are eager to step beyond traditional legal practice. At AQMN, your entrepreneurial mindset will be encouraged, and your contributions will have a direct impact on client success.
You’ll apply your expertise in contract law, procurement, probity, and corporate governance to deliver practical, innovative commercial solutions. Your legal advisory work will go beyond conventional legal research and drafting—you’ll be a key part of multidisciplinary teams that solve complex government challenges with agility and precision.
Salary Range
Salaries for Corporate & Commercial Lawyer – Government Procurement roles range from $120k to $150k including super, depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver legal advisory services in government procurement, corporate governance, and commercial contracting
Draft and negotiate contracts, provide probity advice, and support high-value Commonwealth procurement activities
Interpret legislation and case law to develop innovative commercial solutions
Provide practical legal guidance across the procurement and contracting lifecycle
Collaborate with cross-functional client and internal teams on strategic matters
Participate in AAT litigation proceedings, where applicable
Contribute to a culture of mentorship, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
Skills and Experience
Security Clearance: AGSVA NV1 (Minimum) required, or the ability to obtain one
Practising Certificate in ACT or NSW (or ability to obtain one)
2–5 years PQE in Commercial or Corporate Law
Experience in at least one of the following: Litigation, Contracting, Government Procurement, Probity, Governance
Strong legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills
AAT litigation experience (Desirable)
Ability to think critically, commercially, and creatively in a legal context
Benefits of Joining
You will be joining a dynamic, high-performing small business that goes beyond the norm to deliver extraordinary outcomes for their clients. Their tight-knit, collaborative team culture, ensures everyone is supported, trusted, and empowered to make a real impact.
Join a team that’s trusted by Defence and national security clients to solve complex problems.
Be part of a close, values-driven team where your contribution truly matters.
Enjoy flexible working arrangements, competitive remuneration, and ongoing professional development.
Thrive in an environment that values initiative, integrity, and real outcomes over bureaucracy. environment that values initiative, integrity, and real outcomes over bureaucracy.
Bluerydge
Technical Vulnerability Assessor (Defence)
20 days ago
Location: Canberra or Melbourne (onsite)
Type: Full-time
Summary
SovereignSourced connects employers with top talent to help them grow, deliver, and thrive across Australia’s most critical industries.
For this role, we are proud to partner with Bluerydge, an Australian-owned cyber security and technology firm trusted to deliver mission-critical capabilities for major organisations and national security initiatives. Bluerydge drives operational excellence through innovative, reliable, and secure solutions.
Bluerydge is seeking a highly capable Technical Vulnerability Assessor to conduct system assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability analysis in support of Defence programs. This role plays a critical part in identifying weaknesses in implementation and securing complex ICT environments that underpin national security capability.
About the Role
As a Technical Vulnerability Assessor, you will perform system-level assessments through active and passive scanning, technical validation, and adversarial simulation. You’ll support assurance processes by identifying vulnerabilities, assessing risk impact, and advising on remediation in line with government security requirements.
The role also includes supporting broader cyber risk reporting, documentation, and contributing to the uplift of vulnerability management practices across classified environments.
NOTE: Minimum NV2 Security Clearance is required. TSPV preferred.
Salary Range
Salaries for Technical Vulnerability Assessor (Defence) roles range from $160,000 to $260,000, depending on experience and clearance level.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct technical vulnerability assessments using a range of active and passive methods
Perform penetration testing and exploit simulation on Defence ICT systems
Document and report findings clearly for both technical and executive stakeholders
Engage with stakeholders to advise on vulnerability prioritisation and remediation planning
Contribute to ongoing assessment activities and artefact development
Support artefact management, assurance documentation, and risk analysis as required
Ensure alignment of assessments to applicable frameworks and standards
Skills and Experience
Minimum NV2 Security Clearance (TSPV highly regarded)
Tertiary qualifications in Cyber Security, ICT, or a related field
Proven experience in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
Familiarity with tools such as Burp Suite, Kali Linux, Nessus, Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, Nmap, and similar
Understanding of the Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM)
Strong analytical and reporting skills for assessing complex ICT system risk
Experience with risk-based security assessment and remediation
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, GSLC, GSNA, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or PCI QSA are highly regarded
Mindset
Objective and risk-aware, with the ability to deliver clear, defensible assessment outcomes
Committed to high standards of accuracy, documentation, and professional integrity
Works independently and with discretion within classified environments
Capable of strategic thinking while executing technical assessment tasks
Focused on delivering value through secure outcomes, not just compliance
Values clarity, accountability, and disciplined engagement with stakeholders
Benefits of Joining
As an award-winning employer of choice and a high-performing cyber security and technology firm, Bluerydge offers a career experience that is both rewarding and meaningful.
Be part of a trusted delivery team protecting critical capabilities and sensitive systems
Engage directly with technical professionals across leading cyber missions
Receive competitive remuneration and recognition for your contribution
Benefit from professional development, mentoring, and access to specialist tools
Enjoy working in an organisation that prioritises mission alignment, discretion, and results
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply or send it to careers@sovereignsourced.com.
Candidates must be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks, including verification of ID, work rights, and current security clearance status.
We will contact suitably qualified candidates with further instructions.
For further discussion, please contact:
· Nathalie – 02 6183 6573
· Andi – 02 6183 6568